Vortex Legal
When & Why Lawyers Move
VortexLegal Logo
AmLaw 100Vault #

Linklaters LLP

London, UK / New York, NY·14 offices

Firm Overview

Linklaters is one of the London Magic Circle's most prestigious firms, with a capital markets and finance practice that handles some of the world's most complex transactions. The firm's New York office handles significant US capital markets, M&A, and finance work alongside its dominant European franchise.

Associate Experience

Associates at Linklaters in New York work on genuinely cross-border capital markets and finance transactions. The European dimension of the work is a distinguishing feature — matters routinely involve multiple jurisdictions and the firm's global network.

Lateral Recruiting Context

Linklaters recruits selectively in New York for capital markets, M&A, and finance practitioners. For US-trained attorneys who want exposure to European and global deal flow at the highest tier, Linklaters is one of the few firms that can genuinely deliver.

Exploring Opportunities at Linklaters?

VortexLegal has relationships at Linklaters and can give you a candid read on whether your background is a strong fit — and what the lateral process typically looks like.

Rankings

TierAmLaw 100

Firm Size

Total Lawyers2,732
Associates1,881
Partners542
Counsel297
Assoc : Partner3.5 : 1

*as of May 2026

Chambers USA Band 1

  • Capital Markets
  • Finance
  • M&A (Europe)

Practice Strengths

Capital MarketsFinanceM&AAntitrustRegulatoryRestructuring

Key Markets

New YorkWashington DCLondonParisFrankfurtAmsterdamBrusselsMadridMilanDubai+4 more